
Netanyahu authorizes direct talks with Lebanon amid fragile ceasefire
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has authorized direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at disarming Hezbollah and opening diplomatic channels, marking a potential step toward stabilizing the region amid a fragile ceasefire. U.S.-brokered peace talks involving Israel, Iran and other parties remain scheduled for Saturday, while tensions persist in the Middle East and military forces stay on alert.